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2020 solar buyers guide
Racking & Mounting Systems
AceSolar by PMC Industries, Inc.
AceClamp, the manufacturer of precision- engineered snow retention and solar mounting systems, has released its most recent product called Solar Snap. Solar Snap is an Adaptive Solar Racking System designed to work
with any of their SSMR clamps, corrugated brackets, and MCP (Membrane Coated Plate), making it a solution for almost any roof type. Their fully-assembled, non-penetrating Ace clamps and component groups get installers off the roof faster, while their cross-platform system adapts to all roof types creating less inventory to have to maintain. www.aceclamp.com
Advanced Racking
Xpress GM ground-mount is available with multi- ple foundations, including 15' long I-beams and helical. Designed to accommodate modules two (2) High in Portrait, with spans up to six (6) modules wide. The system is module agnostic, and features adjustable brackets which help deal with offsets in the NS and EW directions. Manufactured using steel from the US and Mexico
www.advancedracking.com
AllEarth Solar
The AllEarth Solar tracker is a complete grid-tied, dual-axis solar electric system that uses GPS and wireless technology to follow the sun throughout the day for optimal energy production. The tracker’s 360°
range allows it to produce up to 45% more electricity than fixed systems, resulting in more guaranteed savings from a solar instal- lation. Made in America, the tracker comes with an industry-leading 10 year warranty,
a 120-mph wind rating, and superior snow shedding. Its simple, durable design and complete system pallet simplifies costly procurement and installation time. www.allearthrenewables.com
Allied Tube & Conduit
Allied Tube & Conduit provides in-line galva- nized steel tube to assist with solar racking and tracking. Their Gatorshield is strong and has a reduced weight, with advanced corro- sion protection and formability. Gatorshield also complies with UL2703. To ensure preci- sion, they offer prototype and fabrication services. Allied is able to provide small and large O.D. sizes with heavy gauge, meet and exceed tube strength requirements, tool up for new profiles to meet customer specific needs, swage tube to help build a solar array, and various types of tube fabrication. www.atc-mechanical.com
APA Solar Racking
Designed by installers for installers, the TITAN is a 3-rail asymmetrical design that comes standard with a single driven pile or dual ground screw. The TITAN is universal to all 72-cell modules and has a low part count per MW. It allows for reduced instal- lation time with features like telescoping posts, set and go purlin install, hole patterns for easy in the field adjustments, and just
2 fastener sizes with serrated flange nuts. APA’s Gravity Clip increases the module install speed by more than 30%. It is a bifacial module friendly system with low back side shading. www.apalternatives.com
DynoRaxx
DynoRaxx offers solutions for pitched and flat roof ballasted solar racking and also provides the DynoBond UL2703 module to module grounding product. The flat roof racking is designed to work with all framed modules and does not require tools for assembly or install- ing which reduces install labor. The DynoBond grounding is used in carports, ground mounts, and other racking products which helps to reduce electrical grounding costs.
www.dynoraxx.com
EcoFasten, an ESDEC Company
The RockIt System 3.0 is rail-less, employs a streamlined design, utilizes North-South adjust- ability, and provides a fast, easy, no-hassle instal- lation. Top-down leveling gives the installer the ability to level the array during or after the install. EcoFasten products are protected by U.S. Patents and are UL 2703 and UL 1703 Class A certified.
www.ecofastensolar.com
Ecolibrium Solar
MetalX and EcoX Universal Rail-less Solutions deliver speed and simplicity for pitched roofs. With no costly, cumbersome rails and fast, simple installation, both systems reduce labor and logistics. MetalX is a fast solution for r-panel, corrugated,
or standing seam metal roofs. With 73% less aluminum to transport and install,
and maximized spans, MetalX provides a low cost per watt for metal roofs. EcoX Universal is an aesthetic solution for composite roofs, requiring 33% fewer attachments. Experienced project manag- ers select the correct metal roof mount, prepare project-specific calculations, layout, and bill of materials, and details needed for permitting and inspection. www.ecolibriumsolar.com
Ecolibrium Solar
EcoFoot Ballasted Racking delivers 5° and 10° solutions for low-slope roofs. EcoFoot2+ 10-Degree Racking provides speed and simplicity with small pre-assembled compo- nents, roof-friendly Base, 13.5 modules
per installer-hour, 5-minute learning curve, one-tool installation, and dense packing. For high density, EcoFoot5D 5-Degree Racking delivers 18.4% more power with a small modular base and dense inter-row spacing of 9.9". EcoFoot systems provide ease of installation, transport, and loading on the roof. Experienced project managers prepare project-specific calculations, layout, and bill of materials, and details needed for permit- ting and inspection. www.ecolibriumsolar.com
EJOT Fastening Systems L.P.
With simple and easy installation, the EJOT flashing is designed to be used on three tab asphalt shingle roofs. With triple layer sealing, it provides watertight seals on top of the flashing, top of the shingle, and bottom of the shingle. The kit includes a flashing and an EJOT Solar Fastener JA3-SB-8.0 x 80/70 E22 for wood substructures. The fastener has a 5/16” lag screw on the bottom and can be used with L-feet or other Hanger Bolt Clamps to support the rails. For the installation preparation in the shingle and wood substructure use the EJOT Click&Drill Hole Saw.
www.ejot-usa.com
IronRidge
IronRidge, an Esdec company, designs and manufactures structural hardware for residential and commercial solar systems. For over 20 years, they have worked closely with solar professionals to build strong, simple, and cost-effective products. IronRidge is NSF Certified to ISO 9001, maintaining high quality management standards. They design and test every product in extreme conditions, then certify them for compliance with the latest engineer- ing and building codes. Their products are also supported with powerful online tools and experi- enced sales and service teams, who are dedicated to making solar easy to design, procure, and install.
www.ironridge.com
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